10 stylish yet affordable dresses for date night on Valentine’s Day

Sure, we all want to look our best when it comes to the 14th – those romantic selfies won’t take themselves you know. But that doesn’t mean we have to blow our entire month’s salary just to look good for one night. That’s why we’ve rounded up the pretty, the cute and the sexy dresses, all at very affordable prices. Whatever your date night plans and however it ends (we say no more) with our dress picks, we’ve got you covered.

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Just because it’s V-Day does not mean you have to prance around in rose prints and florals, baby pinks or bright reds. You can still nail date-night in alternative colours, like this dusky blue satin dress as a perfect example. It’s so delicate and light with an accentuated wrap around waistline. Delivering the ultimate finish of femininity and class.

Satin wrap dress, $54.95 from H&M.

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Embrace the ‘red’ Valentines trend but less bright in this evening dress by Souvenir. The deep burgundy shade is made from lace and satin with a two-tone pattern on the upper body. Completed by a collar, this dress fits nicely in between the pretty but quirky, playful yet classy. Pair with a blazer and heels or ankle boots and leather jacket – whatever the mood (and venue) takes you.

Souvenir evening dress, $34.00 from YOOX.

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Pretty flowers? Tick. Ruffle sleeves? Tick. Spotted mesh overlay? Tick. Explore your romantic side with this floaty and feminine number from H&M. The mesh allows you to cover up but expose some delicate flesh at the same time, which is wonderful for keeping his eyes fixed solely on you.

Mesh dress with embroidery, $94.95 from H&M.

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Maybe you’re not a fan of skin-tight bodycon style revealing dresses, or maybe he’s made surprise plans and just said ‘dress nice’. Whatever the deal, this star-print silk dress is a gorgeous option for the 14th.

Cut from fluid burgundy and ecru silk and has fluttering edges, it can be dressed up or down dependant upon what the occasion calls for. Just make sure he doesn’t have secret plans to go on a hike – this dress is dry clean only.

Madewell printed silk mini dress, US$176.40 from Net-a-porter.

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If music be thy food of love, then play on. But if flowers also be thy food of love, then wear them on your dress! This high collared mini dress is a delightful alternative to a plain LBD, hitting V-Day’s sweet spots with bright blooms on the upper and lower part of the dress. Short and sweet, quite literally, we think this number will make his love blossom even more. Sorry for the pun (but not sorry at all).

ASOS floral garden shift mini dress, $96.98 from ASOS.

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Of course there was no way we’d be going about our Valentine’s business without slipping in the colour red. Red is sexy, bold, confident and the colour of love – so slip into this pillar box fitted number from Zara and sass your stylish way into the month of love. Given the two black buttons on the waist belt, we say team this with your favourite pair of black heels. Red lipstick is an added bonus.

Zara dress with contrasting top stitching details, $69.90 from Zara.

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‘Pretty in pink’ epitomises this dress, what with its soft baby hue and delicate floral patterned lace on top. The cut of the dress draws attention to your waistline delivering a slimline silhouette, with a forgiving flared skirt too. It’s a great choice for dinner, drinks or whatever else your man has planned for you on Valentine’s Day.

Lace panel fit and flare dress, $39.90 from Zalora.

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With the light black Guipure lace overlay, embroidery details towards the lower hem and cheeky side split, we think this maxi dress is sophisticated and playful – a perfect date night combo. The inner lining stops mid thigh, showcasing the intricate lace details down to the lower floor hem. After Valentine’s Day is over, simply slip on some flat sandals or mules and you’ve got yourself a perfect brunch outfit.

Alice + olivia maxi dress, $50 from The OUTNET.

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For something that dwells in the era of modern romanticism (a perfect era to explore on Valentine’s Day) we love this feminine floral printed dress from Peace + Love collection by Calao. The ¾ length sleeves combined with the hemline starting from your high waist, it delivers a very attractive silhouette whilst keeping you covered in all the right places. Given the high neckline, it can also transcend beyond one night into your working wear or weekend style too.

Peace + Love by Calao short dress, $24.00 from YOOX.

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For the romantic dinner plans, albeit indoors over candlelight or at a restaurant, this LBD is sure to get his pulse racing. Exposing your shoulders whilst keeping the chest area slightly covered is very sexy but still allows his imagination to run wild. With your upper back on show, he’ll be staring all the way to the ladies bathroom. The embellished halter neck collar adds that air of luxury – but at the epic price of just $29. We’re sold.

Siste’s short dress, $29.00 from YOOX.

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